Ikai Unleashes Japanese Folklore Horror Today on PC and Console

Indie horror games provide hidden gems fans of the genre crave. With Ikai having players dive into Japanese folklore for a terrifying experience that has players facing the threat directly.

“Ikai has been a true passion project for a long time,” said Laura Ripoll, Producer & Designer at Endflame. “Our team has been so deeply invested in this story that we’re thrilled to finally share it with the world. We hope it creeps you out, plays with your emotions, and delights your puzzle-solving minds all at once.”

Players 

FEAR: Experience the horror in first-person by the hand of Japanese spirits, monsters, and yokai.

EXPLORATION: Wander around a feudal Shinto shrine and explore to unveil the story behind Naoko, the main character.

DRAWING: Concentrate on drawing protective seals over the strange sounds and events happening around you.

PUZZLES: Pit your wits against challenges that will try to stop you

STEALTH & RUN: Be silent, do not disturb the evil… Or just run, run away from it all, if you can.

The physical version of Ikai is also available at select retailers for PS5, PS4, and Nintendo Switch which includes a sticker sheet and collectible postcard. The physical edition is priced at $34.99 and is shipping now, alongside the digital version.

Adam Siddiqui,
Managing Editor, NoobFeed